A post office called Leland has been in operation since 1857. The village was named for Edwin S. Leland. Geography. According to the 2010 census, Leland has a total area of 0.53 square miles (1.37 km 2), all land. Demographics
During the War of 1812 a storm flag was flown over Fort McHenry during the bombardment. It was replaced early on the morning of September 14, 1814 with a larger garrison flag (30 by 42 feet (9.1 m Ã 12.8 m)). The larger flag signaled American victory over the British in the Battle of Baltimore.
Fort McHenry. During the War of 1812, British forces sailed to Baltimore, Maryland, intent on attacking the city. But Baltimore was defended by Fort McHenry â a star-shaped fort perfectly situated on the Baltimore Harbor. On the morning of September 13, 1814, the British navy attacked the fort for 25 hours. Updates on Fort McHenry.